In the 1920s, Berlin had nearly 100 gay and lesbian bars or cafes. Vienna had about a dozen gay cafes, clubs and bookstores. In Paris, certain quarters were renowned for open displays of gay and trans nightlife. Even Florence, Italy, had its own gay district, as did many smaller European cities.

“Our government’s shameful practice of using surveillance as a weapon against racial justice activism was wrong in the past, and has no place in our present. The public needs to know whether FBI is manufacturing a threat to improperly surveil, investigate, and prosecute Black people for constitutionally protected activity.”

"We are grateful to lead sponsors Representative David Ciccilline (D-RI) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), as well as to the legislators from both sides of the aisle who have joined as co-sponsors of the Equality Act. We urge Congress to recognize that this is the year to pass this important non-discrimination legislation."

The grant will be used for Camp KC; which is a unique vehicle to support children affected by HIV by providing them with an immersive summer camp experience in a safe and supportive environment, free from the stigma of HIV.